Sustainability Open Innovation Packaging Lead

Royal Canin USA Inc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Job summary

Mars Food & Nutrition is seeking a Sustainability Open Innovation & Technology Lead to identify, develop and scale next‑generation packaging solutions that advance recyclability and circularity. You’ll connect external innovation ecosystems with internal priorities, translating technologies into real‑world impact across our portfolio.

You will build partnerships with startups, universities, suppliers and research institutes while collaborating with Packaging R&D, Sustainability, Regulatory,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Packaging R&D, Sustainability, Open Innovation, Materials Development, Packaging Technology, or related functions.
• Experience managing external innovation partnerships and supplier collaborations.
• Strong understanding of packaging materials, recyclability, circular economy trends.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize emerging packaging technologies and partners.
• Build an external innovation network across academia and industry.
• Lead development of recyclable packaging solutions and circular economy goals.
• Scale new technologies from feasibility to full implementation.

Skills

Open innovation leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic partnerships

Regulatory awareness

Education

Degree in Packaging Science, Materials Science, Engineering, Sustainability, Food Science, or related discipline

Job description

Mars Food & Nutrition is seeking a Sustainability Open Innovation & Technology Lead to identify, develop and scale next‑generation packaging solutions that advance recyclability and circularity. You’ll connect external innovation ecosystems with internal priorities, translating technologies into real‑world impact across our portfolio.

You will build partnerships with startups, universities, suppliers and research institutes while collaborating with Packaging R&D, Sustainability, Regulatory,